Local Activities

The Braemar Gathering is always held on the first Saturday in September in The Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park in Braemar. ​While there have been Gatherings of one sort or another at Bra

Dust off the clubs and meet for the first of our three annual golf competitions. For this Spring medal, entry is for members and by invitation. The usual run down of the weekend is tee off around 10am

Curious as to what all the fuss is about? Be part of the fuss in our golf weekend OPEN TO ALL, in August. The usual run down of the weekend is tee off around 10am on the Saturday, playing until around

Relish the last bit of Dalmunzie's golf season during the final of our three annual golf competitions. The usual run down of the weekend is tee off around 10am on the Saturday, playing until around 1.

Keen on an uphill Munro race with a distance of 7km and a climb of 670m? Current records:Male record 33:28 - Kris Jones (2018)Female record 38:50 - Angela Mudge (2003)

Salmon Fishing 15th January to 15th October Brown Trout 15th March to 6th October Roe Buck 1 April – 20 October Stags 1 July – 20 October Fallow buck 1st August – 30 April Ptarmigan 12 August – 10 Dec

A small traditional highland gathering offering varied competitive sports, mixed livestock competitions and so much more.

The Cateran Yomp is the biggest, toughest event of its kind. Every year, hundreds of Yompers gather in the Scottish wilderness to battle through the foothills of the Cairngorm Mountains, walking conti

A music festival in Pitlochry, the heart of Scotland, with headlining acts including Idlewild, The View, Tide Lines, Nina Nesbitt and more.

Eventing, or Horse Trials, is the ultimate equestrian challenge, likened to an equine triathlon; it provides a comprehensive test of all-round ability for horse and rider and also tests the partnershi

A ‘Highland Night’ is an evening of traditional entertainment, full of Scottish music and dance. These outdoor productions have been performed weekly during the summer months since 1965 by local artis

The Lezyne Cateran Dirt Dash gravel bikepacking event takes you in two days through the stunning surroundings of the Cairngorms National Park to enjoy the dramatic scenery in the Cateran Ecomuseum. It

The Atholl Highlanders officially open the Highland Games with a ‘March On’, led by the sound of their pipes and drums. Strongmen from around Scotland take centre stage to battle it out. Events includ

The route is predominantly following good tracks and trails into the heart of the Cairngorms on a 64km circular route.Following stunning pine and glen scenery in Glen Derry, the route then follows the

Strathmore Highland Games Committee are delighted to once again share the traditions of the Highland Games and can't wait to welcome you all. Come and join us on Sunday 9th June 2024, in the glorious

Braemar Junior Highland Games is the wee brother of the world-famous Braemar Gathering. The Junior Games was introduced in 2005 to provide a funday out for families, to give young people the chance to

The Lairig Ghru is a category C Long Hill Race run over 43km between the police stations of Braemar and Aviemore. This classic race takes place in a spectacular setting and follows a historic drove ro

Kenmore Highland Games is a traditional Scottish Highland Games with a special community vibe. Founded by members of the local community in 1975 the games continues to thrive and are the only Scottish

Visit one of Scotland's longest running Highland Games, showcasing traditional heavy and light events, highland dancing, piping competitions and lesser known entertainments like tilt the bucket and ba

Stonehaven Highland Games are held on the third Sunday in July each year at Mackie Academy and features Highland Dancing, Running and Heavy events like Tossing the Caber, Hammer Throwing etc and Pipe

Having formed in 1867, Aboyne is regarded as "The Traditional Highland Games". We continue to attract thousands of visitors to witness the annual display and competition of Scottish culture in one of

There have been Games held in Ballater since 1864 and, apart from the war and pandemic years, the Games have continued uninterrupted until the present day. The Games have been honoured in recent times

Perth Highland Games is one of the most popular events in the Scottish Highland Games calendar, which runs from May to mid-September each year. Our Highland Games include traditional Heavyweight event

Every August, on the fourth Saturday, all roads lead to Lonach. Travel along them to Strathdon and enjoy a day that will linger long in the memory. A warm welcome awaits at the friendly gathering. A

This wonderful local Highland Games is held every year on the fourth Saturday of August. In the morning the local farmers compete with their livestock, cattle and sheep. Later see the opening parade l

The Birnam Highland Games are a traditional Scottish Highland Games held amidst stunning Perthshire scenery. The games have been held since 1864, and are now held annually on the last Saturday in Augu

For almost 200 years, the Braemar Gathering has been a highlight of the sporting calendar in Scotland. Nestled beneath bucolic, heather-strewn mountains, it is the most prominent and well-attended Hig

The annual Games, a blend of spectacle and fun, take place on the Sunday after the first Saturday in September in beautiful Perthshire. The next games are due to be held on Sunday 8th September 2024 a

The Pitlochry Highland Games is one of the busiest weekends of the year in Pitlochry, attracting thousands of people to the town. The games are run by a team of hard working, unpaid local volunteers u

Thrive is about riding bikes in one of the UK’s top cycling areas, this is a real celebration of all things bikes. Family orientated and with something for every one – let kids learn the joy of bikes

Since 1996, the World Porridge Making Championships have taken place each year in the Scottish Highlands village of Carrbridge. The oaty cook-off draws competitors from across the globe to compete for

Night Trail Race Events on the stunning Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne – The Illuminator is Back! 8km, 15km or 15 miles by moonlight. Enter now for a unique experience – this is a Night Trail Race like n